Senior Project Accountant - Construction

Toronto, ON, Canada

CA $ 85,000. (Canadian Dollar)

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About the job Senior Project Accountant - Construction - Toronto

Job Title:

Senior Project Accountant

Location:

Toronto, Ontario

Industry:  Construction

About the Company

Our client is a leading construction company recognized for delivering high-quality projects across Ontario. With a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and innovation, they are seeking a skilled  Senior Project Accountant  to play a key role in managing the financial performance of large-scale construction projects.

Position Overview
The Senior Project Accountant will oversee project-level financials, ensuring accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting. This role will act as the primary financial partner to project managers, providing insights to support decision-making, profitability, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction accounting and strong knowledge of  Jonas Construction Software .

Key Responsibilities

Manage the financial aspects of multiple construction projects, including cost tracking, forecasting, and budget-to-actual analysis

Partner with project managers to monitor project profitability, timelines, and risk management

Prepare and review monthly project financial reports, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and variance analyses

Ensure compliance with contractual terms, change orders, and billing requirements

Process progress billings, lien waivers, and subcontractor payments in alignment with project agreements

Review, analyze, and reconcile job cost reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations

Mentor junior accounting staff and provide guidance on project accounting best practices

Support process improvements and contribute to system optimization initiatives

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive accounting experience within the construction industry

Strong proficiency with  Jonas Construction Software  (required)

Solid understanding of project-based accounting, job costing, and revenue recognition

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations and finance teams

CPA designation (or in progress) considered an asset

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